BY JAVIER MARTINEZ AND LARRY D. MORSE II Studies show that high school dropouts are eight times more likely to end up in jail or prison than high school graduates. Dropouts also earn less pay, pay less in taxes and are more likely to require public assistance. That’s bad for California’s future. Keeping students in…
Merced County Resident work towards safer, healthier neighborhoods
Highlights Violence can affect even those not directly involved, especially young children, experts say Local schools practice modern conflict-resolution methods to steer away from violence Community groups agree collaboration from all sectors is needed to improve safety Le Grand High School junior, 16 speaks with friends during a meeting of the Restorative Justice League at…
Le Grand High receives state funding for vocational learning
The state recently announced its plan to award $307,641 to the Le Grand Union High School District, a tiny school district made up of one rural high school. The money will pay for Le Grand High School to develop and begin a program meant to tie core classes like math and English to vocational learning….